Timken 224820 Wheel Seal - Front Inner, Rear, Rear Inner or Rear Outer

Brand Timken 224820
Position Rear Inner
Fits Chevrolet, Suzuki, Geo, Mazda, Toyota, Porsche, BMW, and MG · 144 vehicles

Precision sealing design. Helps keep lubricant in and contaminants out.

Reinforced outer case. Helps resist installation damage and adds durability.

S-Nitrile material. Provides dependable sealing performance in demanding service.

Cross-references Davico Mfg 18452, Four Seasons 18958 and Four Seasons 20902 for the same application. See all 7.

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Timken Wheel Seal 224820 Overview

Timken 224820 is a wheel seal built for driveline and axle applications that need reliable lubricant retention and contamination control. Its S-Nitrile construction, reinforced outer case, and ribbed inner diameter support a secure seal on the spindle while helping protect the bearing area from dirt and debris.

Compatible With select Chevrolet Tracker, Suzuki Sidekick, Suzuki X-90, Toyota Land Cruiser, Toyota Van, Toyota Cressida, Toyota Celica, Toyota Corona, Porsche 928, BMW 735i, Mazda MPV, Geo Tracker, and Suzuki Samurai applications. This Timken wheel seal 224820 is sized for precise housing and shaft dimensions to match the listed applications.

Key Features

  • S-Nitrile material for sealing performance in wheel-end service
  • Outside diameter: 2.452 in. (62.28 mm)
  • Shaft diameter: 1.890 in. (48.00 mm)
  • Housing bore: 2.441 in. (62.00 mm)
  • Width: 0.315 in. (8.00 mm)
  • Reinforced outer case helps resist installation damage
  • Ribbed rubber inner diameter helps seal minor spindle imperfections
  • Internal contamination exclusion system helps block debris entry
  • Vent holes promote lubricant flow around the seal lip to reduce heat build-up

Detailed Description

Timken 224820 is engineered as a wheel seal for axle and hub assemblies where lubricant retention and contamination exclusion are critical. The seal’s precision design helps keep grease or oil inside the assembly while limiting the entry of road grit and other contaminants that can accelerate wear. The reinforced outer case adds durability during installation, and the ribbed inner diameter helps create a stable seal on spindles with minor surface imperfections. This part cross-references National 224820 for the same application.

Vehicle fitment includes 1998-1999 Chevrolet Tracker rear inner and rear outer, 1989-1998 Suzuki Sidekick rear inner, 1996-1998 Suzuki X-90 rear inner, 1989-1997 Geo Tracker rear inner, 1985-1995 Suzuki Samurai rear, 1985-1994 Toyota Land Cruiser, 1984-1989 Toyota Van front inner, 1978-1988 Toyota Cressida front inner, 1983-1987 Toyota Cressida rear outer, 1976-1986 Toyota Celica front inner, 1982-1986 Toyota Celica rear outer, 1974-1982 Toyota Corona front inner, 1986 Toyota Supra front inner, 1985-1986 BMW 735i front inner, 1989-1995 Mazda MPV rear inner, and 1978-1979 Porsche 928.

What It Helps Fix

  • Wheel-end lubricant leakage at the seal surface
  • Contamination entering the hub or axle assembly
  • Seal wear caused by minor spindle imperfections
  • Heat build-up around the seal lip
  • Premature bearing-area service from poor sealing

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the housing bore, shaft diameter, and width against the original seal before installation. Clean the spindle and seal bore thoroughly, and inspect for scoring, corrosion, or burrs that could affect seating. Proper alignment during installation is important to avoid damaging the outer case or sealing lip. For fitment-specific service, confirm the exact position listed for your vehicle, such as rear inner, rear outer, or front inner.

Quality Assurance

Timken designs oil and grease seals with precision sealing geometry for dependable wheel-end service. The brand’s sealing construction focuses on lubricant retention, contamination exclusion, and durability in demanding driveline and axle applications.

This part fits 144 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelBody TypeDrive TypeTransmissionPositionNotes
1999ChevroletTracker—RWD—Rear Inner—
1999ChevroletTracker—RWD—Rear Outer—
1998ChevroletTracker—RWD—Rear Inner—
1998ChevroletTracker—RWD—Rear Outer—
1998SuzukiSidekick—RWD—Rear Inner—
1998SuzukiSidekick—4WD—Rear Inner—
1998SuzukiX-90—RWD—Rear Inner—
1998SuzukiX-90—4WD—Rear Inner—
1997GeoTracker—RWD—Rear Inner—
1997SuzukiSidekick—RWD—Rear Inner—
1997SuzukiSidekick—4WD—Rear Inner—
1997SuzukiX-90—RWD—Rear Inner—
1997SuzukiX-90—4WD—Rear Inner—
1996GeoTracker—RWD—Rear Inner—
1996SuzukiSidekick—RWD—Rear Inner—
1996SuzukiSidekick—4WD—Rear Inner—
1996SuzukiX-90—RWD—Rear Inner—
1996SuzukiX-90—4WD—Rear Inner—
1995GeoTracker—RWD—Rear Inner—
1995MazdaMPV—4WD—Rear Inner—
1995SuzukiSamurai—4WD—Rear—
1995SuzukiSidekick—RWD—Rear Inner—
1995SuzukiSidekick—4WD—Rear Inner—
1994GeoTracker—RWD—Rear Inner—
1994MazdaMPV—4WD—Rear Inner—
1994SuzukiSamurai—4WD—Rear—
1994SuzukiSidekick—RWD—Rear Inner—
1994SuzukiSidekick—4WD—Rear Inner—
1994ToyotaLand Cruiser——AutomaticN/AA440H, A440L, A442F
1993GeoTracker—RWD—Rear Inner—
1993MazdaMPV—RWD—Rear Inner—
1993MazdaMPV—4WD—Rear Inner—
1993SuzukiSamurai—RWD—Rear—
1993SuzukiSamurai—4WD—Rear—
1993SuzukiSidekick—RWD—Rear Inner—
1993SuzukiSidekick—4WD—Rear Inner—
1993ToyotaLand Cruiser——AutomaticN/AA440H, A440L, A442F
1992GeoTracker—RWD—Rear Inner—
1992MazdaMPV—RWD—Rear Inner—
1992MazdaMPV—4WD—Rear Inner—
1992SuzukiSamurai—RWD—Rear—
1992SuzukiSamurai—4WD—Rear—
1992SuzukiSidekick—RWD—Rear Inner—
1992SuzukiSidekick—4WD—Rear Inner—
1992ToyotaLand Cruiser——AutomaticN/AA440H, A440L, A442F
1991GeoTracker—RWD—Rear Inner—
1991MazdaMPV—RWD—Rear Inner—
1991MazdaMPV—4WD—Rear Inner—
1991Porsche928——ManualN/A—
1991SuzukiSamurai—RWD—Rear—
1991SuzukiSamurai—4WD—Rear—
1991SuzukiSidekick—RWD—Rear Inner—
1991SuzukiSidekick—4WD—Rear Inner—
1991ToyotaLand Cruiser——AutomaticN/AA440H, A440L, A442F
1990GeoTracker—RWD—Rear Inner—
1990MazdaMPV—RWD—Rear Inner—
1990MazdaMPV—4WD—Rear Inner—
1990Porsche928——ManualN/A—
1990SuzukiSamurai—4WD—Rear—
1990SuzukiSidekick—RWD—Rear Inner—
1990SuzukiSidekick—4WD—Rear Inner—
1990ToyotaLand Cruiser——AutomaticN/AA440H, A440L, A442F
1989GeoTracker—RWD—Rear Inner—
1989MazdaMPV—RWD—Rear Inner—
1989MazdaMPV—4WD—Rear Inner—
1989Porsche928——ManualN/A—
1989SuzukiSamurai—4WD—Rear—
1989SuzukiSidekick—4WD—Rear Inner—
1989ToyotaLand Cruiser——AutomaticN/AA440H, A440L, A442F
1989ToyotaVan—RWD—Front Inner—
1988Porsche928——ManualN/A—
1988SuzukiSamurai—4WD—Rear—
1988ToyotaCressida—RWD—Front Inner—
1988ToyotaLand Cruiser——AutomaticN/AA440H, A440L, A442F
1988ToyotaVan—RWD—Front Inner—
1987Porsche928——ManualN/A—
1987SuzukiSamurai—4WD—Rear—
1987ToyotaCressida—RWD—Front Inner—
1987ToyotaCressidaWagonRWD—Rear OuterIndependent Suspension
1987ToyotaCressida—RWD—Rear OuterIndependent Suspension
1987ToyotaLand Cruiser——AutomaticN/AA440H, A440L, A442F
1987ToyotaVan—RWD—Front Inner—
1986BMW735i—RWD—Front Inner—
1986Porsche928——ManualN/A—
1986SuzukiSamurai—4WD—Rear—
1986ToyotaCelica—RWD—Front Inner—
1986ToyotaCelica—RWD—Rear OuterIndependent Suspension
1986ToyotaCressida—RWD—Front Inner—
1986ToyotaCressidaWagonRWD—Rear OuterIndependent Suspension
1986ToyotaCressida—RWD—Rear OuterIndependent Suspension
1986ToyotaLand Cruiser——AutomaticN/AA440H, A440L, A442F
1986ToyotaSupra—RWD—Front Inner—
1986ToyotaVan—RWD—Front Inner—
1985BMW735i—RWD—Front Inner—
1985Porsche928——ManualN/A—
1985SuzukiSamurai—4WD—Rear—
1985ToyotaCelica—RWD—Front Inner—
1985ToyotaCelica—RWD—Rear OuterIndependent Suspension
1985ToyotaCressida—RWD—Front Inner—
1985ToyotaCressidaWagonRWD—Rear OuterIndependent Suspension
1985ToyotaCressida—RWD—Rear OuterIndependent Suspension
1985ToyotaLand Cruiser——AutomaticN/AA440H, A440L, A442F
1985ToyotaVan—RWD—Front Inner—
1984Porsche928——ManualN/A—
1984ToyotaCelica—RWD—Front Inner—
1984ToyotaCelica—RWD—Rear OuterIndependent Suspension
1984ToyotaCressida—RWD—Front Inner—
1984ToyotaCressidaWagonRWD—Rear OuterIndependent Suspension
1984ToyotaCressida—RWD—Rear OuterIndependent Suspension
1984ToyotaVan—RWD—Front Inner—
1983Porsche928——ManualN/A—
1983ToyotaCelica—RWD—Front Inner—
1983ToyotaCelica—RWD—Rear OuterIndependent Suspension
1983ToyotaCressida—RWD—Front Inner—
1983ToyotaCressidaWagonRWD—Rear OuterIndependent Suspension
1983ToyotaCressida—RWD—Rear OuterIndependent Suspension
1982Porsche928——ManualN/A—
1982ToyotaCelica—RWD—Front Inner—
1982ToyotaCelica—RWD—Rear OuterIndependent Suspension
1982ToyotaCorona—RWD—Front Inner—
1982ToyotaCressida—RWD—Front Inner—
1981Porsche928——ManualN/A—
1981ToyotaCelica—RWD—Front Inner—
1981ToyotaCorona—RWD—Front Inner—
1981ToyotaCressida—RWD—Front Inner—
1980Porsche928——ManualN/A—
1980ToyotaCelica—RWD—Front Inner—
1980ToyotaCorona—RWD—Front Inner—
1980ToyotaCressida—RWD—Front Inner—
1979Porsche928——ManualN/AG28/03
1979ToyotaCelica—RWD—Front Inner—
1979ToyotaCorona—RWD—Front Inner—
1979ToyotaCressida—RWD—Front Inner—
1978Porsche928——ManualN/AG28/03
1978ToyotaCelica—RWD—Front Inner—
1978ToyotaCorona—RWD—Front Inner—
1978ToyotaCressida—RWD—Front Inner—
1977ToyotaCelica—RWD—Front Inner—
1977ToyotaCorona—RWD—Front Inner—
1976ToyotaCelica—RWD—Front Inner—
1976ToyotaCorona—RWD—Front Inner—
1975ToyotaCorona—RWD—Front Inner—
1974ToyotaCorona—4 X 2—Front Inner—
1974ToyotaCorona—RWD—Front Inner—
Directly replaces or cross-references 7 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Davico Mfg — 18452Four Seasons — 18958Four Seasons — 20902Gates — 18865Gates — 18955Gates — 18962National — 224820